Pear Tree Elementary

About

Pear Tree School is located at 215-2678 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2G3. The school describes itself as an independent school (operating since 2016) that teaches through integrated, theme-based, real-world projects that connect subjects like science, math, writing, and art. Pear Tree highlights small classes (capped at 16 students) and BC-certified teachers with Master’s degrees or higher.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Vancouver)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-7

Phone: 604 355-2155

Email: alexis@peartree.school

Principal: Alexis Birner

Programs and Services

Physical Education (daily) Students receive daily physical education, described as a full hour each day with a dedicated PE teacher (e.g., at Connaught Park for K–1). Music In the K–1 program, the school states that music happens daily with a dedicated music teacher. Hot lunch program Pear Tree offers a daily hot lunch program with meals prepared by an in-house Red Seal chef, and notes accommodations for allergies and dietary requirements. Co-curriculars (after school) The school offers optional after-school co-curricular programs that change each term (described for K–1).

School Culture and Expectations

Pear Tree describes a holistic, whole-child approach and says it aims to build a school culture centered on belonging. The school also emphasizes community over competition, including through combined-grade classes designed to build empathy, strong teacher-student relationships, and a sense that students belong regardless of strengths and weaknesses.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

The school notes that students walk to nearby outdoor spaces such as Connaught Park (described as a short walk and supervised by staff) and that families have a broader pickup window at the end of the day to help with finding parking and connecting with teachers (described for K–1). The FAQs also note the school’s urban location provides access to public parks and community facilities (e.g., Connaught Park, Tatlow Park, Kitsilano Beach, Kitsilano Community Centre, UBC, and Jericho Beach facilities for water-based activities).

Enrollment

Pear Tree School states it has rolling admissions (applications accepted at any time for the stated school year). Families are directed to apply online, submit required documents, and participate in assessment sessions and a family interview; some grades may also include a trial day, and Grades 8–9 include a video submission and student interview. The admissions pages also invite families to book an in-person private tour, attend an open house, or request access to a virtual tour.